Health Assessments at Main Street Medical Centre & Skin Clinic
At Main Street Medical Centre & Skin Clinic, we are dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-focused healthcare for the Hervey Bay community. Our Medicare-funded health assessments help detect potential health risks early, allowing you to take proactive steps toward better health and well-being.
Healthy Heart Check – Protect Your Heart Health with Your GP in Hervey Bay
A Healthy Heart Check is a Medicare-funded heart health assessment available for all Australians aged 30 and over. It helps assess your risk of heart disease and provides expert guidance on improving your heart health through lifestyle changes and medical support.
What’s Included in a Healthy Heart Check?
- ✔ Blood pressure measurement
- ✔ Cholesterol and blood sugar testing (requires a GP referral for pathology tests; please discuss with your doctor when booking)
- ✔ Body Mass Index (BMI) calculation
- ✔ Review of lifestyle factors such as diet, exercise, smoking, and alcohol consumption
- ✔ Personalised advice to reduce heart disease risk
Book an appointment with a trusted GP in Hervey Bay to discuss whether a Healthy Heart Check is right for you.
Eligibility Criteria for Health Assessments at Main Street Medical Centre & Skin Clinic
30+ Years – Healthy Heart Check
- ✔ Available to all Australians aged 30 and over.
- ✔ No pre-existing conditions required; this is a preventative health check.
- ✔ Recommended for anyone with risk factors such as family history of heart disease, high cholesterol, smoking, or obesity.
40-49-Year-Olds – Health Assessment for Chronic Disease Risk
Medicare-funded health assessment if you're considered at risk of developing a chronic disease.
- ✔ Family history of heart disease, diabetes, or stroke.
- ✔ Lifestyle risk factors: smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, poor diet, or being overweight.
- ✔ Existing health concerns like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or pre-diabetes.
45-49-Year-Olds – Medicare-Funded Health Assessment
Eligible for a one-time Medicare-funded health assessment if your GP identifies you as at risk.
- ✔ Family history of chronic illness.
- ✔ Existing health risks (e.g., high cholesterol, high blood pressure, or obesity).
- ✔ Unhealthy lifestyle habits that increase disease risk.
Over 75s Health Assessment – Comprehensive Care for Seniors in Hervey Bay
The Over 75s Health Assessment is a Medicare-funded annual check-up designed to support Australians aged 75 and over.
What’s Included?
- ✔ Medication review to ensure safe and effective use.
- ✔ Assessment of mobility and fall risk.
- ✔ Basic vision check (Referral to an optometrist for a full eye test if needed).
- ✔ Memory and cognitive function assessment.
- ✔ Nutrition and hydration review.
- ✔ Social and mental well-being check.
- ✔ Preventative care strategies, including bone scans, blood tests, and recommended vaccinations.
- ✔ Future planning discussions, such as enduring power of attorney and My Aged Care referrals.
📅 Book Your Health Assessment Today
📞 Call (07) 4325 4000 to schedule your appointment.